Best Outdoor Floodlights | Buyer’s Guide
Floodlights provide us with a great way to keep our gardens or backyards well lit. They are also essential in lighting up your garage in case you’re working on your car or need to carry out a task outside in the night. A poorly lit home with dark corners is an easier target for a burglars. Having no floodlights at all typically tells the burglar, “No one is home- come on in,”
Floodlights are very easy to install and often do not require hiring a professional. However, if you are unfamiliar with electrical lighting, and the floodlight needs wiring up, it is best you get the assistance of a professional. You do need a flashlight manning your back yard as you get that good night's sleep, but most important is to get the best one for you. This article will examine the best outdoor floodlights depending on your budget and, of course, the advantages they have over the rest.
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Types of Floodlights
There are a huge array of floodlight types, styles and sizes available for purchase. As most of us, however, have no use for the floodlights used in illuminating stadiums with thousands of people, we are going to take a look at the types of floodlights available for highlighting your backyard or garden. The following are the types available for lighting your backyard:
Compact fluorescent floodlights: These are not an extremely popular type. They can, however, be a good choice when a low intensity light is needed. Their wattage often ranges from between 10 and 40 watts. Most people commonly refer to them as streetlights.
Light Emitting Diode: LED is a very popular type of floodlight. They are a relatively efficient choice, though their wattage is low, generally ranging from between 40 and 70 watts. The factor that makes them so popular is that they consume up to 60% less energy than other floodlights. The most popular types of floodlights are electrically powered, high power, and Quartz halogen lights. Such lights can beam out light at up to thousands of watts. They are often equipped with motion sensors and are the best for use as security floodlights in homes, business property and even tennis courts.
What to Look for When Buying a Floodlight
When purchasing a security light, you need to consider the main purpose of the light. Is it burglars you want to keep off? If so then floodlights equipped with motion sensors are a good choice for you. You will also need to consider the type of finish you need for your floodlights. There are quite a handful of options regarding finish including stainless steel, copper and colored lacquer. The best option would be a finish that matches your home's style.
Motion sensors are also a great feature to factor in when purchasing security lights. Motion sensor lights can detect heat waves when something or someone is within up to 75 feet and is moving. Dusk to dawn floodlights are also a good choice if your concern is primarily security. These lights switch on automatically when it gets dark and go off when the sun rises. They add a layer of protection to your home. It might, however, be necessary to ask your neighbors if an all-night light is going to disturb them.
Other factors to consider are budget and power saving options. The best qualities are found in the more expensive lights, but you could also get the best light for your budget and get the most out of it.
Best-Selling Outdoor Floodlights | Comparison Table
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Onforu 2 Pack 50W LED Flood Light Outdoor, 5000LM by Onforu
- 50W Super Bright LED Security Light: Each 50W security light with 56 led units, can produce up to 5000lm high brightness, more brighter than other 35W LED security light. 100lm/w luminous efficacy, save 80% electricity bill compared with equivalent traditional 250w halogen bulbs.
- Adjustable design: LED floodlight was equipped with 3 light heads, you can adjust them to different angle, providing a wider light range. It works perfect for corner, eave, entrance,garden etc.
- IP65 waterproof light: IP65 waterproof outside security light ensures that it can withstand rain, sleet or snow weather, which is perfect for both inside or outside, such as entryways, stairs, yard.
LUTEC 6222B 2500 Lumen 32 Watt 28 LED Dual-Head by LUTEC
- 【Material】Aluminium+PC ; Product Size: 9.29"W X 6.14"D X 4.6"H
- 【360° adjustable Dual light heads】Adjustable heads provide a customizable coverage area. Perfect led security lighting for outdoor dark, secluded areas, walkways, entryway areas.
- 【Super Bright】With its 32W low consumption, this LED Security Light provides 2500 Lumens high brightness at 5000K Daylight White.
Olafus 50W Flood Lights Outdoor, 5000LM Super Bright Led Security Light, 3 Adjustable Heads, 6000K Exterior Flood...
- 【50W 5000LM】3 super bright LED light heads with die-casting aluminum material, produce up to 5000lm high brightness output and good heat dissipation. Our security light can save more than 85% electricity bill. (No motion sensor, no dusk to dawn)
- 【IP65 WATERPROOF】IP65 waterproof rating ensures that your triple head security lights fixture won’t damage in rain, sleet or snow weather. Perfect for entryways, garage, backyard, porch ,workshops, studio and large area lighting requirements.
- 【ADJUSTABLE DESIGN】Three adjustable heads lighting design can provide 360-degree. And you can easy to adjust the 3 light heads to different angle as your requirement. This outdoor LED security light can only turn ON/OFF by a wall switch. NOT motion sensor light, NOT dusk to dawn light.
- 【DURABLE & LONG-LASTING】This outdoor security light is made of die-cast aluminum, which has more efficient heat dissipation and longer lifespan. 50,000 hours(Use 8 hours a day, you can use it for nearly 17 years), lasting and consistent in good performance.
- 【EASY INSTALLATION】This wall mount security light can be easily and quickly installed by a few simple wiring steps. What's in: 1 x 50W 3-head LED security light, 1 x pack of accessories, 1 x user manual.
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Onforu 100W LED Security Light, 9000LM Outdoor Indoor Flood Light with 3 Adjustable Heads, IP65 Waterproof LED...
- 【100W Super Bright】Equipped with 154 ultra-bright LED beads, this 100w outdoor security light can produce up to 9000lm high brightness output. Equivalent to 400W incandescent bulbs, with low energy consumption, it can save more than 80% electricity bill.
- 【Full Metal Design】The housing of the flood light is made of die-cast aluminum, which can provide efficient heat dissipation and prolong the lifespan. The lens adopts a professional matte design, it provides better illumination(soft light, anti-glare) than other lights.
- 【IP65 Waterproof】Featured with an IP65 waterproof rating, this led security light fixture can work well in bad weather conditions such as rain, sleet, snow. It’s perfect to light up your doorway, garage, backyard, porch, entryways, stairs, shop, and garden.
- 【3 Flexible Heads】This floodlight has 3 adjustable light heads, you can easily adjust it to an ideal lighting angle, which can provide much wider lighting areas. 120°beam angle, providing efficient lighting for your exterior living environment.
- 【Easy Installation】Just need to follow a few simple wiring steps, you can easily install this outdoor security light on the wall. Connect a switch to turn on the light, then the light will bring extra safety to your home.
Olafus 50W Flood Lights Outdoor, 5000LM Super Bright LED Security Light, 3 Adjustable Heads, 6000K IP65...
- 【50W 5000LM】Come with 2 pack Security Lights. 3 super bright LED light heads with die-casting aluminum material, produce up to 5000lm high brightness output and good heat dissipation. Our security light can save more than 85% electricity bill. (No motion sensor, no dusk to dawn)
- 【IP65 WATERPROOF】IP65 waterproof rating ensures that your triple head security lights fixture won’t damage in rain, sleet or snow weather. Perfect for entryways, garage, backyard, porch ,workshops, studio and large area lighting requirements.
- 【ADJUSTABLE DESIGN】Three adjustable heads lighting design can provide 360-degree. And you can easy to adjust the 3 light heads to different angle as your requirement. This outdoor LED security light can only turn ON/OFF by a wall switch. NOT motion sensor light, NOT dusk to dawn light.
- 【DURABLE & LONG-LASTING】The outdoor security light is made of die-cast aluminum, which has more efficient heat dissipation and longer lifespan. 50,000 hours(Use 8 hours a day, you can use it for nearly 17 years), lasting and consistent in good performance.
- 【EASY INSTALLATION】This wall mount security light can be easily and quickly installed by a few simple wiring steps. What's in: 2 x 50W 3-head LED security lights, 1 x pack of accessories, 1 x user manual.
MORSEN 200W LED Flood Light, 20000lm Super Bright Security Lights, UL Certificated Plug, IP66 Waterproof Outdoor...
- 【Super Bright 200W Light】Provides your 120°beam angle, 20000lm high brightness cool white light with 216 quality LED chips. Also, it's designed with a fine type heat sink and Shatterproof tempered glass, lifespan up to 50,000 hours.
- 【Plug and Play】With a UL certificated plug, you can easily installed it on the ceiling, walls, ground or other places by 180° adjustable metal bracket, then plug and play (screw NOT included).
- 【IP66 WATERPROOF】Works well in rain, sleet, snow environment with this IP66 waterproof led flood lights, ideal outdoor security lights for your gardens, yard, lawn, docks, stadiums, open playground, etc.
- 【EFFICENT COOLING】Up to 50,000 hours lifespan with improved cooling design, fin type heat sink and special die-cast aluminum material ensure safe and stable long-time using, effectively avoid overheat, overcurrent, or short circuit.
- 【EASY INTSLLATION】Simple and flexible installation on the ceiling, walls, ground and other locations with 3 steps: 1. Select the installing position and drilling holes; 2. Connect electric wires by colors; 3. Tighten the screws and makes sure it is fixed.
Onforu 2 Pack 200W LED Flood Light, 22000lm Super Bright Security Lights, IP66 Waterproof Outdoor Flood Light,...
- 【200W ULTRA BRIGHT& ENERGY SAVING】200 Watt LED flood light outdoor with 260 ultra-bright LED beads, can produce up to 22000lm high brightness daylight white light. Each floodlight can replace 1000W traditional halogen lights and save 80% on your electricity bills of lighting.
- 【WIDE BEAM ANGLE& STABLE】120°beam angle, shadow-free and anti-glare, providing efficient lighting for your larger area environment. A widened and thickened adjustable metal bracket makes the LED floor light more stable and durable.
- 【IP66 WATERPROOF】200W LED arena lights are made of Die-cast aluminum housing, the floodlight can work well in rain, sleet, snow. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor, can be applied in gardens, factories, court, stadiums, yard, squares, and any arena.
- 【EASY INSTALLATION】You can easily install the stadium lights on the ceiling, walls, ground, and other locations by adjusting the bracket to different angles and following a few simple wiring steps.
- 【EFFICENT COOLING】The 200W court floodlights are made of quality heat dissipation materials with a fin-type heat sink design at the back, which provides great heat dissipation to prolong the LED's lifespan.
GLORIOUS-LITE 2 Pack 100W LED Flood Light Outdoor, 10000LM LED Work Light with Plug, 5000K Daylight White, IP66...
- Power & Energy-saving: The LED floodlights can produce up to 10000lm brightness; Save more than 80% electricity, It’s much lower consumption comparing with traditional halogen outdoor lamps, no longer worry about high electricity costs.
- Durable Material Longer Lifespan: This flood light outside is made up of premium Die-cast Aluminum black which has an good heat dissipation. Besides, it is more durable and provides you up to 30,000+ hours of lifespan.
- IP66 Waterproof & Wider Beam Angle: With an IP66 rating, it can be widely used in outdoor and indoor that it's much better than IP65 waterproof;Due to its good-quality reflective film, beam angle can reach up to 120 degrees; Great LED outdoor lights for gardens, barn ,front porch, factories, docks, squares, stadiums and other places where lighting is needed.
- Safer Flood Lights & Flexible Installation: With FCC qualified and UL plug with ground wire and a metal bracket on the lamp body, which can provide efficient lighting for your living environment and adds extra safety to your home.
- Compact Design: This portable LED floodlight is more compact. It's very convenient to install when you use it as an outdoor work light, or just as a led outdoor flood light, security lights, and more.
eufy Security Floodlight Cam 2 Pro, 360-Degree Pan and Tilt Coverage, 2K Full HD, Smart Lighting, Weatherproof,...
- 360° Pan and Tilt Camera Coverage: Pan the lens 360° horizontally to get a complete view without the risk of blindspots.
- 2K Full HD: Catch all the details in full 2K HD when live-streaming and recording footage.
- Smart lighting with 3 Tunable Light Panels: Adjusts spotlight color temperature and brightness based on sunrise and sunset, schedules, and motion detection.
- AI Subject Lock and Tracking: The on-device AI recognizes when a person is present then locks, tracks, and records the subject.
- Turn Night Into Day: 3,000-lumen super-bright motion-activated floodlights deter intruders and ensure detailed, full-color recordings even at night.
Olafus 2 Pack 100W LED Flood Light Outdoor, 11000lm Outside Floodlights IP66, Waterproof Exterior Security...
- SUPER BRIGHT & ENERGY-SAVING: 140 LED chips produce high lumens and save 80% for your electricity bill. 500W Equivalent. Provide super brightness and extra security to your playground, basketball court, swimming pool, back patio, front yard, driveways, entryway, parking areas, backyards.
- IP66 WATERPROOF: The floodlight with IP66 weatherproof rating can ensure working properly no matter rain, snow, heat or cold environment.
- DURABLE & LONG-LASTING: Our 100w flood lights are made of heavy duty die cast aluminum housing and tempered lenses. The innovative heat dissipation can prolong LED lifespan to 50,000 hours. This is approximately 13 years of illumination(10 hours per day).
- EASY INSTALLATION: With the solid and adjustable SPCC bracket, the outdoor led flood lights can be mounted on the walls, the ceilings or to the ground. Comes with standard color wires for 120V AC in USA. Black wire(hot), white wire (neutral) and green wire(ground). Please make sure all wires are connected to the junction box correctly when you're installing it.
- FLEXIBLE & IDEAL DIY: Easy to program, just DIY this product according to your preferences, like connecting flood light with smart outlet, dimmer switch, motion detector, dusk-til-dawn switch (not included), so that LED flood light outdoor automatically go off after minutes if you forget to turn it off.
LUTEC P6221B 1130 Lumen 15 Watt LED Dual-Head Floodlight Outdoor, Switch Controlled Waterproof Exterior Security...
- 360° adjustable Dual light heads: Adjustable heads provide a customizable coverage area. Perfect led security lighting for outdoor dark, secluded areas, walkways, entryway areas.
- Super Bright: With its 15W low consumption, this LED Security Light provides 1130 Lumens high brightness at 5200K Daylight White.
- Flexible Application: The light’s excellent waterproof rating makes this security light a great choice for different outdoor applications.
- Simple installation: This hardwired LED outdoor security light can easily be installed by mounting to a wall and following a few simple wiring steps.
- Quality assurance: LUTEC's 5-Year Warranty means we got you covered! Contact us if any issue arises.
Novostella BLink Smart LED Flood Light RGB+CW 25W 4Pcs 2700K-6500K, Floodlights Outdoor Color Changing Spotlights...
- The Novostella Advantage--As the leading brand of smart flood light, Novostella's sales volume has already hit 1 million globally. Novostella BLink collection, being linked by Bluetooth Mesh, makes connection much easier and faster.
- PATENTED ANTENNA DESIGN--Patented sleek design with an antenna for wireless network enhancement, stable connection, working distance is up to 80-85ft, which is 2.5 times longer than that without an antenna. Set-up is pretty easy and takes only a few minutes with the help of the detailed guide on video and manual.
- BLINK SERIES FEATURES--Via BT connect the wireless rgb stage light with the "Smart Home" App. With BT Mesh Technology you can remote control the light within 82 ft, Group control can control up to 128 LED floodlights at the same time.
- MILLION COLORS RGBCW-SYNC YOUR MUSIC--There are 16 million dimmable colors and 8 lighting scenes to choose from. Tunable white from 2700K to 6500K. Stage floodlight can change colors according to rhythm of music melody, there are 2 modes of this function - playing the music in the APP which is APP identify system music files or APP listen the music from surrounding.
- GROUP CONTROL--Countdown timer automatically turns off smart flood lights at the time you set. You can control not only one led landscape light individually, but also can control multiple landscape lights at the same time. It's very convenience and useful when you want all landscape lights to change colors or modes by group control.
Top 5 Best Outdoor floodlights
1. LED Outdoor Security Floodlight with Motion Sensor
This is a simple all-in-one LED motion detector floodlight that is a good option in replacing high wattage halogen floodlights. Since it uses LED, this model cuts power usage by up to 80% while still providing a strong enough beam of light for your backyard or driveway. They are adjustable and weather proof, so you do not have to worry about covering them up in rainy seasons. They are also equipped with motion sensor technology, and an instant-on LED technology for fast lighting up. This is a good choice for security purposes since it has high performance and uses arguably the best technology for convenience.
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2. LEONLITE Dual-Head LED Outdoor Security Light That’s Motion-Activated
This can be a good choice for bright outdoor lighting with 1800lm. It is durable and designed to resist bad weather and corrosion. Its housing is rugged, and the light gives a stable performance for a long time.
It is equipped with motion sensor technology and has three operation modes:
On-time mode
In this mode, the light operates just as a normal bulb with time range button irresponsive.
Auto Mode
In this mode, you could adjust the light to last for only a certain time according to your requirements. It could also be adjusted to flash an indicating light twice during the day when it picks up motion in the proximity without having to switch on the main light. During the night, the motion detector will trigger the main light to switch on and switch off with a delay time that you can adjust.
Dusk to Dawn Mode
In this mode, the light automatically switches on in the night and off during the day.
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3. Solar Lights Motion Sensor
This is an excellent option for a pocket-friendly and efficient security light. It is ultra-bright, emitting up to 1000 lumens of light for your driveway or garage. It is equipped with a motion sensor and an improved waterproof design with smaller knobs to prevent entry of any moisture into the light.
It also features adjustable heads to face upwards, downwards or horizontally to enable maximum light coverage. The floodlight is perfect for use in almost any location around the house. It is rechargeable using solar power, which makes it easy to install and move to locations where it is needed. It has a long-lasting battery that can light up to 150 activations for 60 seconds each time. The charging time depends on the intensity of sunlight, weather conditions and geographical location among other factors. This floodlight is easy to install with a light, solar panel and no wiring required. It can be fixed on any material on exterior walls including wood, metal or even plastic.
Package includes:
- LED motion Sensor Light
- One solar panel
- Mounting accessories (including eight sleeves & 8 screws)
- User manual
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4. Upgraded SANSI LED Security Motion Sensor
Compared to other floodlights, the SANSI is considerably superior in brightness with 3400lm using just 30 W. This makes it a good choice to cut down your electricity bill while still getting adequate security for your home. The floodlight also features a wide range of sensitivity reaching 180 degrees wide and a maximum of 50ft motion coverage. The manufacturer recommends a height of 3.2 to 13.1ft during installation.
It is also waterproof, which enables it to last long amid poor weather conditions. It also is made of rugged material and compact housing with a ceramic sealed lens for a long lasting performance.
The Upgraded SANSI LED Security Motion Sensor has three different sensing modes:
Test mode
You could set up the light to test mode in which it turns on for 5 seconds when any living objects pass through the zone. This mode is to help you know whether the sensor is working properly.
Motion sensor mode
The motion sensor mode is only operational at night. In this mode, the light switches on for a pre-set one to ten minutes when any living object passes through the induction zone.
Manual Mode
Under manual mode, the light could be on for 6 hours at night. This mode is also only operational at night. View more on the Sansi LED.
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5. Hyperikon Outdoor LED Floodlight with Motion Sensor
This is brilliantly bright with up to 90 lumens per watt. Accompanied by a high sensitivity motion sensor that can sense motion from up to 40 feet, the floodlight is a good option to deter any unwanted activity in your backyard or driveway. The floodlight also features easy installation through a few simple wiring steps. It is made from rugged, high-quality materials that can withstand harsh climatic conditions and outlive most cheaply constructed floodlights. The manufacturer also offers an unlimited 5-year warranty for the product that makes sure the floodlight serves you for the longest possible time. The floodlight can save up to 62% of electric power and is a relatively cheaper option for those working on a strict budget.
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